James McDivitt
American astronaut Apollo 9 commander
Born
June 10th, 1929
95 years ago
Died
2022
3 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
United States
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An American general, pilot, and astronaut, served as a commander of the Apollo 9 mission. The mission conducted the first complete crewed flight test of the Apollo spacecraft, demonstrating significant systems and maneuvers in low Earth orbit. Contributed to the Gemini and Apollo programs, playing a key role in the advancement of human spaceflight. Following astronaut duties, held various positions within the U.S. Air Force and aerospace industry.
Commanded Apollo 9 in 1969
Participated in Gemini 4 and Gemini 7 missions
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